If it's just for the occasional work, then the 350 should be OK. It will just be slow as molasses on inclines.

We used to have an old Chevy Tandem split rear truck on the farm when I was growing up. I know it didn't have a very big motor in it as a gasser. and it did just fine with a load of grain. It was probably a 454, and is probably similar to the power to weight ratio of the single axle your looking at.

It did the job, just a slow goer.

I would ask what work needs to be done.

In all honesty, for the age, that truck looks to be in pretty good cosmetic condition. Worst case scenario you can sell the dump body and hoist for probably close to 3k.

If it's just for the occasional work, then the 350 should be OK. It will just be slow as molasses on inclines.

We used to have an old Chevy Tandem split rear truck on the farm when I was growing up. I know it didn't have a very big motor in it as a gasser. and it did just fine with a load of grain. It was probably a 454, and is probably similar to the power to weight ratio of the single axle your looking at.

It did the job, just a slow goer.

I would ask what work needs to be done.

In all honesty, for the age, that truck looks to be in pretty good cosmetic condition. Worst case scenario you can sell the dump body and hoist for probably close to 3k.

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Thanks for the insight! I am hoping it can pull a skid occasionally or haul dirt occasionally. Maybe 5 days a month max. I know it doesnt need exhaust from motor back, just part, and it needs back tires. I will find out tomorrow when I look at it. Also my dad is a mechanic so he does all of my work and can fix pretty much anything

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Originally Posted by alldayrj

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I think it is more likely a 3 ton, not a 5 ton. I had one just like that with the same tranny and engine. Kind of slow from a stop, but went down the road good with a load. I also used it to pull a trailer with a Bobcat on it.
Figure rear tires at $1000.00, then another $750 - $1000 for TLC repairs.
Insurance and registration are pretty high on that size truck, at least down here. I would be sure to check on the annual cost to register it in your state, and get a quote on insurance, before you make your decision.